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Carved Wood Sternboard from Captain's Gig On "Terpsichore"

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Captain's gig sternboard hardwood with rope carved border and brass lettering "Terpsichore Sandefjord" Norway. Great old sternboard from the Captain's gig from the Terpsichore. Circa 1856.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Norway
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1856
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 66351stDibs: LU1741228976092

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